Theater Arts Schools in Virginia
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Jobs for Theater Arts Grads in Virginia
In this state, there are 6,720 people employed in jobs related to a Theater degree, compared to 297,000 nationwide.
Wages for Theater Arts Jobs in Virginia
Theater grads earn an average of $80,011 in the state and $109,433 nationwide.
Most Popular Theater Arts Programs in VA
There are 7 colleges in Virginia that offer Theater degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 7 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,934 a year. With an admission rate of 93%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $48,545 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 76% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,366 a year. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $59,604 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 57%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $38,267 a year. The full-time student retention rate is 61%. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $33,157 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,499 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 41% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 66%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $36,917 in their first year after graduation. About 87% of those who apply are admitted. 72% of full-time students return after their first year.
Theater Arts Careers in VA
Some of the careers Theater majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | — | $46,983 |
| Producers and Directors | — | $90,515 |
| Talent Directors | — | $73,937 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | — | $65,049 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | — | $51,873 |
| Media Programming Directors | — | $90,799 |
| Actors | — | $45,006 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Theater.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Art Studies | 18,711 |
| Film & Video Production | 9,544 |
| Film Studies | 5,777 |
| Art History | 3,557 |
| Art Education | 1,860 |
| Entertainment & Media Management | 982 |
| Entertainment & Media Management | 432 |
| Theatre/Theatre Arts Management | 220 |
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